My primary goal as a theater reviewer is to write an honest critique of a play that promotes interest in the production and/or theater company, and prompts conversation about the play's core themes. My approach is respectful, compassionate, and constructive. I try to be insightful and look for nuance. I do not believe in tearing down artists. I see theater critics as a bridge between artists and their potential audience. I want to encourage engagement between theater makers and theater goers. I want you to love theater as much as I do.

I have been reviewing plays for the Theater Mirror since 2019. Below is a catalog of those reviews. You may also find my reviews on Instagram: @ReviewsByJulie

Julie-Anne Whitney 6/13/22 Julie-Anne Whitney 6/13/22

‘Common Ground, Revisited’ Asks Us to Look Back to Move Forward

Common Ground, Revisited offers a sharp, clear-eyed perspective of a challenging part of Boston’s history and in doing so gives insight into the city’s present problems.

Julie-Anne Whitney 5/3/22 Julie-Anne Whitney 5/3/22

‘The Inheritance’ is a Beautifully Realized Production of an Ambitious & Imperfect Play

The play’s title refers to the many traits and experiences that our LGBTQ+ elders have passed on to successive generations. The story is as much about the inheritance of love, culture, and resilience as it is about inheriting the weight of shame, trauma, and oppression.